Resource Mobilization Coordinator

Job Description

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Establish funding mechanisms or instruments, including grants, cooperative agreements, and contracts from a variety of sponsors
• Collect information regarding funding opportunities in the form solicitations e.g., request for applications (RFA) or request for proposals (RFP)
• Participate in the decision to apply
• Drafting and review of the proposals in response to the solicitations
• Prepare and submit reports to the sponsors on a regular basis, as specified in the terms of each award.
• Write and distribute content to promote an organization's brand, activities, or products
• Organize, schedule and conduct meetings with key line ministries
• Maintain donor, and partners’ contacts lists
• Act as a liaison between the organization, the public, and partners to ensure that the organization objectives are effectively communicated
• Any other duties as assigned by the supervisor

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Development/Project Management/Social Work, or related disciplines, plus a minimum of 5 years work experience
• Experience in working with key government ministries in community development projects is required
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, set priorities, meet deadlines, and work independently
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Prior experience working in a related position is a requirement (particularly in a related organization)

Additional Information

The position is (i) contingent upon the availability of donor funding (ii) an initial three-month short-term contract with a possibility of renewal depending on performance. ADF is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. It does not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment based on race, color, sex, gender, religion, creed, or ethnic origin. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment.